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Sachtler aktiv8 Fluid Head Sideload with SpeedLevel and SpeedSwap Technology
The Sachtler aktiv8 is a premium 75mm fluid head designed for professional camera setups with payloads up to 12 kg (26.5 lbs.). Featuring revolutionary SpeedLevel™ technology, it allows instant leveling and locking, so you never miss a shot. The innovative SpeedSwap™ system enables ultra-fast switching between tripod and slider, offering unmatched flexibility for documentary, corporate, or news productions.
With a smooth 7-step drag mechanism and 15-step counterbalance, the aktiv8 provides precise control for fluid pan and tilt movements. Its illuminated PrismBubble ensures leveling accuracy from any height or angle, day or night. The sideload camera plate with a long sliding range of 120mm makes camera mounting and balancing quick and effortless. Built with durable carbon fiber materials, this fluid head excels in temperature ranges from -40°C to +60°C (-40°F to +140°F), making it reliable in extreme weather conditions.
Key Features
- Payload Capacity: Supports camera rigs weighing up to 12 kg (26.5 lbs) for versatile setups.
- SpeedLevel™ Technology: Instant head leveling and locking without missing a moment of action.
- SpeedSwap™ System: Quick clamp-style base allowing fast switching between tripod and slider in seconds.
- PrismBubble: Illuminated leveling bubble visible from any angle and height for precise setup.
- Drag Mechanism: Offers 7+0 fine-adjustment drag settings for smooth pan and tilt movements.
- Counterbalance Steps: 15+0 steps for accurate and stable camera balancing.
- Sideload Plate: Facilitates easy camera mounting with a long 120 mm sliding range.
- Wide Tilt Range: Tilt from +90° to -70° allowing for extreme low-angle shots.
- Durability: Carbon fiber construction for strength and lightweight design, performance tested in extreme temperatures.
Specifications
- Bowl Size: 75 mm
- Payload Range: 0 - 12 kg (0 - 26.5 lbs)
- Counterbalance Settings: 15 + 0 steps
- Drag Settings: 7 + 0 steps
- Fluid Head Weight: 2.7 kg (5.9 lbs)
- Sideload Camera Plate: Yes, with 120 mm sliding range
- Tilt Range: +90° to -70°
- Temperature Range: -40°C to +60°C (-40°F to +140°F)
- Pan Bar Type: DV 75 Pan Bar compatible
- Pan Bar Attachment Diameter: 16 / - / 28 mm
- Level Bubble: Illuminated PrismBubble with battery type CR2032
- Interface Compatibility: Sideload
Package Contents
- aktiv8 Fluid Head with SpeedLevel and SpeedSwap technology
- Sideload Camera Plate
- Pan Bar DV 75